Side-by-side comparison

InspectorData vs Palm-Tech

Palm-Tech is a long-running desktop-first inspection platform with a loyal Windows user base. InspectorData is a cloud-native modern alternative that runs on any device, adds AI report drafting, and migrates your Palm-Tech template for free.

Try InspectorData free 90 days → Migrate from Palm-Tech

No credit card · $69/month after trial · free template migration

At a glance

The summary, then the detail.

InspectorData

✓$69/month flat · 90-day free trial · no credit card
✓AI report builder · smart comment library
✓Free template migration from Palm-Tech
✓State forms (TREC, FL wind-mit, CA TDS, AZ BTR)
✓Mobile capture, offline, multi-inspector sync

Palm-Tech

·Windows desktop application
·One-time license fee (older model)
·Long-running, stable codebase
·Optional cloud add-on
·Loyal long-tenure user base

Feature comparison

Where they differ.

Feature	InspectorData	Palm-Tech
Starting price	$69/month flat (90 days free)	~$700 one-time + $35/mo for cloud
Platform	Web + iOS + Android (any device)	Windows desktop primary
Free trial	90 days, no credit card	Demo available
AI report drafting	Yes	No
Smart comment library	8,000+ pre-loaded	Build your own
Mobile capture (offline)	Yes — native	Cloud add-on
HTML interactive reports	Yes	Limited
State-required forms	TREC, FL, CA, AZ pre-loaded	Some
Template migration	Free — AI rebuilds from PDF	Manual
Version upgrades	Continuous, no extra cost	Major-version upgrade fees

Pricing

Cost over 12 months.

InspectorData Inspector Plan

$621/year

Year 1: 3 free months + 9 paid months

$828/year ongoing · $69/month all-in

✓Unlimited inspections
✓All features included
✓Free migration from Palm-Tech
✓Cancel anytime

Start free 90 days →

Palm-Tech

~$700 one-time + $35/mo cloud

Desktop license + optional cloud subscription. Older Windows-first architecture.

·One-time license ($700-ish)
·Optional $35/month cloud subscription
·Upgrade fees between versions

Pricing for Palm-Tech is based on publicly listed rates as of May 2026. Verify on the vendor's site before purchase.

Honest take

When to choose which.

Choose InspectorData if you:

✓You want to work on Mac, iPad, or phone in addition to Windows
✓You want AI to draft reports for you
✓You want a flat monthly price with no version-upgrade fees
✓You want to migrate your Palm-Tech template without retyping
✓You're tired of desktop-software friction (install, sync, lost files)

Choose Palm-Tech if you:

·You're a long-time Palm-Tech user with deep keyboard-shortcut muscle memory
·You strongly prefer one-time licenses over subscriptions
·You only inspect on Windows and never need mobile or cross-device sync

FAQ

How much does Palm-Tech cost vs InspectorData?

Palm-Tech typically prices around ~$700 one-time + $35/mo cloud. InspectorData is $69/month flat — no per-report fees, no add-ons, no usage caps. 90-day free trial, no credit card.

Can I migrate my Palm-Tech template?

Yes. File → Export → PDF in Palm-Tech, then drop the PDF into our importer. The AI rebuilds your template inside InspectorData in 60 seconds. Free migration page →

Does InspectorData have desktop-first workflow?

Yes. InspectorData runs in any modern browser on any device — Windows, Mac, iOS, Android. Same template, same comments, no install required. Plus AI report drafting, smart comment library, state-required forms, and offline mobile capture.

Is the 90-day trial really free?

Yes. No credit card, unlimited usage, every feature unlocked. After 90 days you choose whether to subscribe at $69/month or stop using the platform.

InspectorData vs Palm-Tech

The summary, then the detail.

Where they differ.

Cost over 12 months.

When to choose which.

FAQ

Try InspectorData free for 90 days.